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Private Memorial to Major H. K. Redmond, Locre
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Private Memorial to Major H. K. Redmond, Locre
Private Memorial to Major H. K. Redmond, Locre Date: 2016
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Ieper Major Private Redmond Ypres
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This poignant photograph captures the Private Memorial to Major H.K. Redmond, located in the small Belgian town of Locre. Major Redmond was a distinguished Irish soldier and member of the 1st Battalion, Royal Irish Rifles, who was killed in action during the Battle of Ypres, also known as the First Battle of Ieper, on November 15, 1914, during the early stages of World War I. The memorial, which was unveiled in 2016, stands as a tribute to Major Redmond's bravery and sacrifice. He is remembered not only by the people of Locre but also by the wider international community, as he is the first known Irish soldier to have been killed in the war. The memorial bears an inscription that reads, "In proud and loving memory of Major H.K. Redmond, D.S.O., Commanding Officer 1st Battalion Royal Irish Rifles, killed in action near Locre November 15, 1914." The memorial is situated in a quiet corner of the town, surrounded by lush greenery and a serene landscape. The image of the memorial, bathed in soft sunlight, evokes a sense of peace and reflection, reminding us of the sacrifices made by soldiers like Major Redmond during the First World War. The memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring bonds of comradeship and loyalty that exist between soldiers and the communities they serve.
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